The total population in Ghana using improved drinking water sources has shown steady growth, reaching 94.6% in 2023. Over the past ten years, year-on-year growth has generally hovered between 0.21% and 0.44%, while the average Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the last five years stood at 0.26%. The forecasted data indicates this upward trend will continue, albeit at a slower pace, projecting a 95.7% usage rate by 2028 with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 0.19%.
Future trends to watch for:
- Infrastructure development and investment in water supply systems.
- Government policies and international aid aimed at improving water access.
- Technological advancements in water purification and distribution.
- Impact of climate change on water resources and availability.
- Urbanization and its influence on water access in rural versus urban regions.
